- President William Ruto has announced that Kisii County will host the Republic Day celebrations in 2026
- The decision was announced during the distribution of funds for the Star program at Gusii Stadium, and aims to strengthen regional development and spread national celebrations in different parts of the country.
- Kisii’s right to host followed Governor Simba Arati’s request, and is expected to bring political visibility, economic benefits, as well as infrastructure growth before the 2027 General Election.
President William Ruto has announced that the Republic Day celebrations in 2026 will be held in Kisii County, which marks an important national event for the area.
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The President made the announcement on Thursday, January 29, during the distribution of Nyota program funds to Kisii, Migori and Nyamira counties at the Gusii Stadium.
He said the decision aims to promote regional development and distribute national celebrations in various parts of the country.
The right to be the host was based on the request of Kisii Governor Simba Arati, who requested that the county be given the opportunity to organize the national celebrations on December 12, saying that the move will stimulate the economy of the area and accelerate the development of infrastructure and service delivery.
Earlier, Kisii had been chosen to host the 57th Power Day celebrations in 2020, but the event was canceled following the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
At that time, the former President Uhuru Kenyatta he addressed the nation from the State House, Nairobi, and indicated that Kisii would be considered for future national celebrations once normalcy returns.
How important is it for Kisii to host Republic Day 2026?
The confirmation of Kisii as the host county comes at a time when the county government is trying to raise its profile nationally through development projects and public participation.
Hosting national celebrations often places the county in the national spotlight, with keynote speeches and policy announcements forming part of the programme.
As preparations for the 2027 General Election begin to gain momentum, the Jamhuri Day 2026 event is expected to attract national leaders, distinguished guests and thousands of visitors to Kisii, a situation that will increase the political and economic visibility of the area.
What are some of Governor Arati’s achievements?
Governor Arati’s administration has completed the construction of the Mother and Child ward at the Kisii Referral and Training Hospital (KTRH) and expanded post-natal services.
Hospital management systems have been digitized to improve efficiency and revenue collection.
In the business and agriculture sector, the county has completed and established marketing centers in Magena and Marani, building marketing booths in various wards, and helping farmers through cold storage and projects to increase the value of crops.
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